Jana Sena’s Big Election Win
In Uttar Andhra’s 2024 elections, Jana Sena scored a major victory! They grabbed six parliamentary seats and proved their strength by winning three key districts. What’s interesting? Even in areas dominated by tribal communities (STs) where YCP usually dominates, Jana Sena made a strong showing.
A Historic First in Palakonda
Jana Sena achieved something new: winning the reserved ST seat in Palakonda, Srikakulam district. Nimmaka Jayakrishna became the MLA from there, entering the assembly for the first time. But this win kicked off some serious drama!
Jayakrishna’s Political Switch
Jayakrishna isn’t new to politics. He was actually a senior leader with TDP (Telugu Desam Party) who lost this same seat last election on their ticket. This time, he ran under Jana Sena’s flag. His victory? It relied heavily on support from his old TDP connections in Palakonda. Now, even after winning as Jana Sena’s MLA, Jayakrishna mostly hangs out with TDP leaders. Critics even whisper he acts more like an unofficial TDP MLA! Jana Sena, lacking its own strong local network there, seems to be leaning on TDP’s muscle.
The TDP Turf War
Meet Padala Bhudevi – she’s the current TDP leader in Palakonda. She wanted the party ticket for the 2024 elections and is a big name in local TDP politics. Since Jayakrishna switched parties but stayed active in the area, tensions exploded. He stirred up the existing TDP factions, teaming up with some leaders against others. Now Palakonda’s TDP is split: Team Jayakrishna vs. Team Bhudevi.
Fight for Power
The battle gets real over party positions and influence. Bhudevi’s supporters complain that Jayakrishna’s group grabs all the important roles, leaving them out. This leadership clash keeps simmering, creating two rival camps within the same party.
Alliance Cracks Appear
Even the Jana Sena-TDP alliance feels the strain. At public events, if Jayakrishna is on stage, Padala Bhudevi is often missing. Their factions operate separately – different meetings, different plans. A clear split within the alliance is visible on the ground.
Jana Sena’s Unhappiness
Original Jana Sena members aren’t thrilled. They see their own MLA (Jayakrishna) working closely with TDP for *their* benefit, not necessarily building Jana Sena’s strength. There’s frustration that the party isn’t growing its own roots locally. While alliance leaders preach unity from the top, the reality in Palakonda feels like messy competition.
